Roasting Room

WERNER GOURMET MEAT SNACKS, INC•Tillamook, OR

1d•$17 - $18

About The Position

The Roasting Room role supports the roasting and seasoning of nuts and other food products. The employee operates roasting, tumbling, and seasoning equipment; prepares and seasons products according to recipes and specifications; and ensures products meet quality, safety, and consistency standards. The work takes place in a hot production environment and requires maintaining a clean, safe, and organized workspace while following USDA regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), food-safety requirements, and company procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be able to handle and work around raw meat and blood.
Basic knowledge of food safety, food-service regulations, health regulations, and proper sanitation practices.
Neat and clean appearance.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy in repetitive tasks.
Ability to follow instructions and work in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
Effective communication skills and ability to work well in a team environment.
Physical stamina and ability to stand for extended periods, lift heavy objects, and perform repetitive tasks.
Ability to comprehend and follow company procedures, supervisor instructions, and regulations regarding food handling and sanitation.
Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends, nights, and holidays if necessary.

Nice To Haves

18 years of age is preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate roasting equipment to roast nuts according to established recipes, temperatures, and production specifications.
Monitor roasting times, temperatures, and product conditions to ensure quality and consistency standards are met.
Operate tumbling and seasoning equipment to coat products with oils, seasonings, and other ingredients according to recipes.
Measure, prepare, and add ingredients and seasonings according to product specifications.
Monitor product quality throughout roasting and seasoning and report deviations or concerns to supervisors.
Safely handle hot products, oils, equipment, and materials while following safety procedures.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of the roasting room, including equipment, utensils, and work surfaces, to meet food-safety and sanitation requirements.
Collaborate with team members to maintain efficient production flow and meet production goals.
Use problem-solving and decision-making skills to address production needs or quality concerns.
Work independently for periods while maintaining production, quality, and safety standards.
Follow company policies, procedures, regulations, safety protocols, and GMP guidelines for equipment, ingredients, chemicals, and finished products.
Perform other duties as assigned.